Guide - The University of Texas at El Paso - UTEP

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO

THE GRADUATE SCHOOL

NEW STUDENT GUIDE

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RECEIVE ADMISSION LETTER

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CONTACT THE PROGRAM ADVISOR FOR REGISTRATION

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CREATE UTEP ACCOUNT (IT HELP DESK)

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COMPLETE NEW GRADUATE STUDENT ORIENTATION MODULES, PART 1

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REGISTER FOR CLASSES

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SIGN UP FOR ORIENTATION

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GET SCHOOL ID CARD (MINER GOLD CARD)

Resuming Campus Operations- What You Need to Know

The University is currently operating in restricted mode. To stay up to date with the latest news and how it may impact certain offices and services, please visit

DETAILED CHECKLIST:

EXPLORE THE GRADUATE SCHOOLWEBSITE Access your acceptance letter, find general information, and familiarize yourself with available services.

utep.edu/graduate

CONTACT YOUR PROGRAM ADVISOR Your advisor can provide valuable information about program-specific requirements and registering for classes. utep.edu/graduate/programs

SET UP YOUR "@MINERS" ACCOUNT Your student email account will serve as an official means of communication for classes and announcements. It will also allow you to access a variety of other services electronically. Call (915) 747-HELP (4357) to configure your account. utep.edu/irp/technologysupport

ACCESS YOUR GOLDMINE ACCOUNT Available through your my.utep.edu portal or the link below, Goldmine is where you can register for classes, view financial aid information, update contact information, and more. goldmine.utep.edu

MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND VIRTUAL ORIENTATION New Graduate Student Orientation will provide information about professional development, available resources and opportunities, and academic success. utep.edu/graduate/new

GET YOUR GOLDCARD Your Gold Card will allow you to access a variety of services, including the Library, the Student Recreation Center, and on-campus printing. about-my-miner-gold-card/how-to-get-minergold-card.html

COMPLETE NEW GRADUATE STUDENT ORIENTATION MODULE, PART 1 With the exception of those in 100% on line programs, all new students must fulfill this requirement. Login with your @miners credentials to do the first part. communityofcare.utep.edu

FINANCES

The Graduate School provides information about paying for graduate school, including budgeting, responsible borrowing, and ways to offset expenses, including details about tuition and fees. utep.edu/graduate/money

Financial Aid U.S. students and eligible residents should complete the FAFSA annually even if you are not planning to take out student loans. The Office of Student Financial Aid manages the dispersal of these loans and grants. utep.edu/student-affairs/financialaid

WELLBEING

A variety of services exists to help you make the most of your graduate education, take care of yourself, and get help when you need it. utep.edu/graduate/pd utep.edu/student-affairs

On-Campus Clinic Located in Union East the Student Health and Wellness Center offers free or inexpensive general health services, including vaccines, STD screenings, and nutrition services. Their on-site pharmacy fills prescriptions and sells common OTC products at a reduced cost. utep.edu/chs/shc

Funding Various internal and external funding opportunities are available to help offset expenses and assist with research and academic travel. utep.edu/graduate/funding

Off-Campus Clinic The Texas Tech Physicians Clinic, suite 340 at 125 W. Hague in the Providence Medical Plaza, offers priority visits for members of the UTEP community. Call 915-215-5800 to schedule an appointment. carecenter.utep.edu

Student Employment Contact your program or department for information about assistantships and other forms of employment. Ask about the title, number of hours employed, duration of appointment, compensation, description of duties, procedure and timing of reappointment, and deadlines. Eligible Graduate Student Employees (GSEs) pay instate tuition and can elect health insurance and other benefits at little or no cost.

utep.edu/graduate/money utep.edu/human-resources/services/benefits

Mental Health Counseling and Psychological Services offers free individual and group therapy to students. Call (915) 747-5302 to schedule an appointment or after hours for crisis care. Walk-ins are also welcome: 202 Union West. utep.edu/student-affairs/counsel

Fitness (Center currently closed) The Student Recreation Center offers a variety of fitness facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, a free weights area, and outdoor fields. Low-cost fitness classes, outdoor adventure experiences, and intramural sports are also available. utep.edu/student-affairs/rsd

HOUSING & TRANSPORTATION

OTHER NOTES

Living On-Campus

Services for People with Disabilities

The Department of Residence Life provides a The Center for Accommodations and Support Services

variety of apartment-style floor plans. All are (CASS) coordinates support for folks with disabilities.

co-educational, and ADA compliant rooms are Email rdugan@utep.edu for information about the

available.

Assistive Tech Lab (ATL).

utep.edu/student-affairs/housing

utep.edu/student-affairs/cass

Living Off-Campus Many housing options are available offcampus, including some within walking or biking distance.

Schools & Childcare

El Paso has four school districts. The school district that oversees the area near UTEP is the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD). The Paso del Norte YWCA's University Heights Early Learning Academy offers low-cost early childhood education and related programming for members of the UTEP community.

On-Campus Parking



If you are bringing your own vehicle to UTEP,

be advised that you will need a parking permit to park on UTEP property.

utep.edu/vpba/parking-and-transportation

Meningitis Requirement If you are under the age of 22, you must get the bacterial meningitis vaccination. Email your proof of

Public Transportation Sun Metro operates public buses, the Brio

vaccination to meningitis@utep.edu

utep.edu/student-affairs/admissions

rapid transit, and?soon?the El Paso street car.

Connections to county routes and Las Cruces, OTHER RESOURCES

as well as park+ride, bike+ride, and discount

programs are available.

Libraries

utep.edu/library



Need help getting settled?

The Amigo Miner program provides assistance Local Attractions

and information to new graduate students

from outside the Paso del Norte region. Email

amigominer@utep.edu to sign up!



Local News & Events

utep.edu/newsfeed utep.edu/events lcsun-

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